How long do planning decisions take near Coylton?

The average planning decision time near Coylton is 56 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Coylton?

The planning approval rate near Coylton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coylton?

The most common type of planning application near Coylton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coylton?

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Coylton, South Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coylton, South Ayrshire.

South Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Coylton

Coylton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in South Ayrshire, Scotland, just five miles east of Ayr and 2.5 miles west of Drongan, accessible via the A70. The area features notable landmarks such as the historic Sundrum Castle Holiday Park and the 13th-century Sundrum Castle, alongside striking natural features like the 30-ton rocking stone on the Craigs of Kyle and the standing stone known as Wallace's Stone. The village also boasts a Gothic-style parish church, constructed in 1832, making it a site of both historical and cultural interest for prospective planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
LSOA: Coylton - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coylton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coylton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Coylton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Coylton.

- 1 Lorne Terrace Coylton South Ayrshire KA6 6JX
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- 23 Highpark Road Coylton South Ayrshire KA6 6QL
Oak tree - 30% reduction from crown
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Land To The North Of Joppa Coylton South Ayrshire
Proposal of application notice for the proposed residential development with associated infrastructure, landscaping, access and parking
Status: Permitted | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2025-10-14
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A brief summary of Coylton in South Ayrshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Coylton a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Coylton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Coylton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Coylton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Coylton were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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